Well, his honesty was appreciated. He could have expected this from what he knew about Pokemon... but at least Gold wouldn't be calling her to battle without a good cause. As far as he knew, anyway.

Of course, his appraisal of Chobo's personality was far from surprising, and a knowing look fell upon Ramza's face. "Very much like her mother, then... but you will earn her respect in time, I'm sure."

He lowered his voice and leaned in toward Gold, making sure Chobo would not hear his next few words...

"For better or worse, know that aptitude and arrogance both are nature to her breed."